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taiga tick

Ixodes persulcatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Ixodida ›Family: Ixodidae ›Genus: Ixodes

About

Ixodes persulcatus, the taiga tick, is a species of hard-bodied tick distributed from Europe through central and northern Asia to the People's Republic of China and Japan. The sexual dimorphism of the species is marked, the male being much smaller than the female. Hosts include wild and domestic ungulates, man, dog, rabbit, and other small mammals, including the dormouse, Amur hedgehog, and occasionally birds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of taiga tick?
The scientific name of taiga tick is Ixodes persulcatus.
What kingdom does taiga tick belong to?
taiga tick belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does taiga tick belong to?
taiga tick belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does taiga tick belong to?
taiga tick belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does taiga tick belong to?
taiga tick belongs to the order Ixodida.
What family does taiga tick belong to?
taiga tick belongs to the family Ixodidae.
What genus does taiga tick belong to?
taiga tick belongs to the genus Ixodes.